A prospective US citizen is caught in a troubling situation after receiving two denials for their combo I-751 and N-400 interviews. The denials came despite following proper rescheduling procedures through official USCIS channels.
Rescheduled Interview Turns Into a Nightmare
The USCIS usually schedules a single interview for both Removal of Conditions (I-751) and Naturalisation (N-400) applications. The applicant had requested a reschedule because their spouse was away on a two-week work trip.
USCIS Assured Rescheduling for Both Applications
As per the notice, the applicant called the USCIS Contact Center to make the change. The agent confirmed that the interview would be rescheduled and that the update would apply to both pending applications.
Denials Despite Proper Procedure
However, on the original interview date, the applicant received a denial notice for their I-751. They had to file an I-290B appeal to challenge the decision. Later, their N-400 was also denied for allegedly missing the interview, even though they had rescheduled it.
Official Proof Ignored
The applicant holds an official letter from the Field Office confirming that their reschedule request was received. Despite this, USCIS denied both applications, forcing them to file an N-336 request for a hearing.
Heavy Financial and Emotional Burden
The ordeal has cost the applicant $5000 in legal fees and $1600 in USCIS filing fees. They now face months of additional processing time and stress.
Questions Over USCIS Reliability
This incident highlights a serious flaw within the USCIS system, raising doubts about its reliability. Several other applicants have also advised against rescheduling interviews, even in emergencies, due to similar risks.
